Lake Oroville State Recreation Area

California State Recreation Area · Butte County

Entrance fee$8–$13 / vehicle
CountyButte
CampingYes

Lake Oroville State Recreation Area entrance fee

$8–$13 per vehicle

Lake Oroville State Recreation Area hours

Day use areas are open 8 a.m. to Sunset.

Campgrounds are open 24 hours a day.

Launch Ramps are generally open 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Please use link above to DWR's website for specific location ramp hours.

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Lake Oroville State Recreation Area

The reservoir behind the tallest dam in the country, which rises 770 feet above the Feather River streambed. Family, group and equestrian camping, floating campsites and an extensive trail network.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating
  • 🐎 Equestrian
  • 🐦 Birding
  • 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🚻 Restrooms
  • 👥 Group Sites
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • 🚐 RV Dump Station
  • 🌿 Nature Center
  • ♿ Accessible Facilities

Camping options

  • Tent camping
  • RV/trailer sites with hookups
  • RV access
  • Group campsites
  • En route campsites
  • Remote camping
  • Equestrian campsites
  • Boat-in / floating camps

Contact

Phone530-538-2200

AddressLoafer Creek Road, Oroville, CA 95966

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